🌱 Arnold Mill Detours + CSO Scam Alert + Funding For Dupree Trailwork

Hello there, Woodstock-Towne Lake! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news on:

• Arnold Mill Road closings and detours.
• A scam alert from the Sheriff's Office.
• Federal funding for Dupree Road work.

But first, today's weather: Mostly sunny and warm. High: 92 Low: 69.

Here are the top stories in Woodstock-Towne Lake today:

1. As you're traveling around town this week, here's a reminder that paving will be taking place on Arnold Mill Road, east of Main Street. The work will be done in the overnight hours, from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night, and is expected to be completed tomorrow. The westbound lanes of Arnold Mill Road are open, but the eastbound lanes in the work area are closed. You can find maps at the link detailing the detours and road closings. (City of Woodstock via Facebook)
2. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office (CSO) has a scam alert for us. If a caller is claiming to be with the CSO and are calling about an "urgent legal matter," this is not true. The scammers may seem legitimate and may say that they're with the Cherokee Sheriff's Office Citation Division. Don't call them back or give them any information. (CSO via Facebook)
3. The Woodstock City Council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution to submit an application to the county for Community Development Block Grant funding. The proposed project would extend pedestrian pathways along Dupree Road. The $685,000 in federal funds would run a series of sidewalks and trails Market Street to the I-575 bridge and is promised to be "safe and accessible." (Subscription: Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News)
4. If you've been looking for a new pet, the Cherokee County Animal Shelter has you covered with free adoptions today. You can see available animals here, your new best friend will come with their spay or neuter, heartworm and leukemia testing, initial vaccinations, deworming, flea preventative and microchip already done. The shelter is located at 1015 Univeter Road and they're open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. (Cherokee County Animal Shelter via Facebook)

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Today in Woodstock-Towne Lake:

Wednesday, July 12

• "Matilda": Catch the opening performance at the Woodstock Arts Theatre, 8534 Main St. (10 a.m.)
• Family Storytime: For all ages, enjoy stories, singing, dancing, fingerplays and crafts at the Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne Lake Parkway. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Toddler Sensory Hour - Summer Edition: The little ones will get to touch, smell and hear at special sensory stations set up at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (10:30 - 11:30 a.m.)
• Cherokee County History Highlights: For all ages, though children must be accompanied by an adult. Hear from History Cherokee and the library about some of the historically significant businesses in our area. The presentation will be held at the Woodstock Library, 7735 Main St. (4 - 5 p.m.)
• Trivia Night: Join your friends and neighbors at Reformation Brewery tonight for trivia. There are prizes for the top-three winners, the brewery address is 105 Elm St. (7 - 9 p.m.)
• Murder Mystery Night - Murder on the Night Train: If you'd like to attend, please RSVP here. Check in with the front counter when you get to the arcade, your paid admission also includes unlimited gaming all night. There will be awards given for Best Dressed, Best Detective and Best Actor. (8 p.m.)
• MadLife Grill Patio Stage - free shows, no ticket needed
  • Top Artists Extended Sets (6 - 9 p.m.)
• MadLife Stage & Studios
  • The Fuze - 80s & 90s Party Rock Band (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Bring the family over to Regal Cherokee today for the first screening of the day and $2 tickets. The movies this week are "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" and "Paw Patrol: The Movie," the theater address is 355 Cinema View. (Regal Cherokee)
• Today is the day for the "Public Art" Downtown WDSTK Walking Tour. The tour will bring you to some of the unique pieces in the downtown area, and groups will depart from and return to the Reeves House Visual Arts Center, where you'll view the current exhibit. The first tour group leaves at 6 p.m., you can sign up at the link. (WDSTK Brand Store)
• In celebration of National Parks and Recreation Month, the item for today on Cherokee Recreation & Parks' July calendar is a special offer. You'll get 20 percent off annual passes for the Cherokee County Aquatic Center and Fitness Zone at The Buzz. Use the code "FIT20" when you check out, the recreation and parks website is here. (Cherokee County Communications Division)
• An exhibit opened this week at the Woodstock Library, "Witness to the Holocaust: WWII Veteran William Alexander Scott III," highlighting World War II Veteran William Alexander Scott III. Also, a civil rights activist and photographer, Scott is coming to us by way of the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust and the Georgia Public Library Service. (Sequoyah Regional Library System)
  
• This Saturday is Adult Skate Night at Hot Wheels Skate Center. Dust off those roller skates and bring your old-school flow back to the rink. The night goes from 9 p.m. to midnight. (Hot Wheels Skate Center via Facebook)
  
• Reformation Brewery is now offering specials almost every day of the week. On Sundays, the brewery holds "Service Sundays," where bar staff and beer tenders can catch their breath and enjoy some downtime with 25 percent off. The deal is going on at all Reformation taprooms, you can check out the full calendar here. (Reformation Brewery)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

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